Hybrid Project Financial Analyst — Data-Driven Cost Control

Eliassen Group; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Eliassen Group in Raleigh, NC seeks a Project Financial Analyst to investigate and resolve financial and project-related exceptions within utility asset and project accounting processes. You will analyze discrepancies, support closeout activities, and partner with project controls, management, and engineering to implement corrective actions.

The role requires 3–6 years of experience, advanced Excel, and familiarity with PowerPlan/Maximo/EcoSys; W2 options with Med/Dental/Vision, 401k matching,

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in financial analysis and project accounting or related fields.
• Strong Excel, data analysis, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate financial errors and exceptions in project accounting systems.
• Analyze variances between estimated and actual project costs and root causes.
• Review project coding and financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage a monthly portfolio review and resolve identified issues.
• Prepare and process journal entries and maintain audit trails.
• Support project closeout activities related to ARC compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost controls

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPlan

Maximo

EcoSys

Job description

Eliassen Group in Raleigh, NC seeks a Project Financial Analyst to investigate and resolve financial and project-related exceptions within utility asset and project accounting processes. You will analyze discrepancies, support closeout activities, and partner with project controls, management, and engineering to implement corrective actions.

The role requires 3–6 years of experience, advanced Excel, and familiarity with PowerPlan/Maximo/EcoSys; W2 options with Med/Dental/Vision, 401k matching,